Central Market (Dallas) Produce Sales Rep - Full time

Responsibilities

• Stock and sell products to new and existing retail customers.
• Order assigned products to maximize sales.
• Merchandise, front, and sell products.
• Work under immediate supervision and from detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Apply and develop basic skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization.
• Provide good customer service.
• Organize, clean, and prepare back area for incoming deliveries.
• Keep sales floor uncluttered and free from spills.
• Stock and rotate items as needed.
• Reset products and maintain shelf conditions ensuring integrity of shelf tags and signage in department.
• Check shipments for out-of-date and damaged product to ensure freshness and quality of products.
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.

Work Experience

Typically requires 0–2 years of experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment used preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation essential.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.

Education

No specific education requirement stated.

Licenses/Certifications

• Materials handling equipment certification.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs.